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Poor diet seriously affects teens’ liver healthNew research from Perth's The Kids for Child Health Research shows that a Western diet is associated with an increased risk of liver disease in teenag
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Life expectancy gap widens between those with mental illness and general populationThe gap between life expectancy in patients with a mental illness and the general population has widened and reduction should focus on improving physical health
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Mental health disorders on rise in parentsA unique Australian study has found that the prevalence of mental health disorders in parents of infants rose dramatically between 1990 and 2005.
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Second Mental Health Survey of Australian Children UnderwayThe second national survey to look at the mental health and wellbeing of Australian children and adolescents is underway, with data collectors out and about.
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Grandparents joblessness and separation affecting today’s kidsResearchers from the Telethon Institute have found that the impact of long-term unemployment and separation in a family extends to future generations.
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Research reveals new link between Vitamin D, lung bacteria and asthmaA The Kids for Child Health Research study has uncovered a new link between vitamin D levels and asthma.
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New study to track development in the middle childhood yearsResearchers from the Telethon Institute have been awarded an ARC Linkage Grant to develop a measurement of the middle childhood years of Australian children.
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Time running out to prepare for flu seasonPeople are being urged to ensure they've had their vaccination with the 'flu season expected to hit in Western Australia within weeks.
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Toddler TalkA child's ability to communicate is one of their most important developmental achievements. It builds a foundation for everything that is to come.
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App for AutismAn innovative iPad App developed in Western Australia could be the key to improved outcomes for kids with autism.